Doctor Web researchers discovered the Vo1d malware affecting nearly 1.3 million Android-based TV Boxes worldwide, indicating a significant security breach. Dubbed Vo1d, this malware, functioning as a backdoor, allows remote attackers to stealthily download and install third-party applications on infected devices. Victims report alterations in system files, resulting in potential unauthorized access and malicious operations performed by attackers. The widespread impact reaches users in 197 countries, with a concentration in places like Brazil, Morocco, and Pakistan, among others. The exploitation of outdated Android versions, coupled with the manufacturers' deceptive practices of misrepresenting older operating systems as more recent, exacerbates the situation. Users' misconceptions about the security of TV boxes also contribute to the absence of antivirus protection. Although the precise method of infection remains undetermined, speculation points towards the exploitation of system vulnerabilities or the use of unofficial firmware containing root access